Childminder EY498890

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 25 April 2018 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 Teaching is consistently good and at times outstanding. Children's learning about nature and the world around them is extremely well promoted. They talk knowledgably about the life cycles of insects, birds and frogs and how they help to grow vegetables on the childminder's allotment. Children collect natural materials, which they explore, investigate and use imaginatively in their play.  The childminder demonstrates a real passion for her role. She provides a very child- centred, stimulating and well-resourced environment, both indoors and outside. She understands how children learn and provides high-quality learning experiences that reflect children's interests and learning needs, to help them progress well.  The childminder's caring and nurturing approach helps children to develop an extremely close bond with her. She is very attentive to their needs, meaning children are happy and emotionally secure in their surroundings. This provides a strong base for their

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This provision is good

developing independence and encourages exploration.  Partnerships with parents are positive. The childminder works very closely with parents, frequently exchanging information with them about their children's learning and achievements. Parents value the childminder's professionalism, her caring approach and the range of educational activities she offers children to help them enjoy learning.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder reflects on and is aware of the strengths and weaknesses of her provision. However, she has not yet pinpointed ways to drive this even further.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 identify and set challenging goals to raise the quality of the provision and outcomes for children to the highest level.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with the childminder and children at appropriate times during the inspection. She evaluated a focused activity with the childminder.  The inspector looked at relevant documentation and children's records. She discussed the childminder's policies and procedures with her.  The inspector checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and other household members.  The inspector took account of the views of parents provided through written testimonials.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder understands her responsibility to keep children safe from harm. She knows the possible signs of abuse and how to report any concerns she has about children's welfare. Children's safety is a priority. The childminder maintains a safe environment, supervises children well and teaches them how to keep themselves safe. The childminder is committed to providing children with the highest quality care and learning experiences. She is proactive in seeking ways to ensure that she follows current guidelines and provides children with exciting ways to learn. For example, she has introduced more natural and sensory materials to the setting for children to explore.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder knows the children in her care very well. She makes regular observations and accurate assessments of what they can do. This enables her to plan activities around children's interests that build on their knowledge and skills. The childminder joins in children's play with enthusiasm so they are engaged and motivated to learn. She readily introduces new activities in response to their changing interests. The childminder supports children's language development very well. She models language effectively, asks questions that encourage children to respond and holds engaging discussions to support their learning further. For example, children explain and demonstrate how magnifying glasses work when asked what they are doing. Mathematical language is threaded throughout activities. Children develop a real interest in books. They enjoy listening to stories and understand that books can be used to find out information.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children positively thrive in the childminder's care. They are happy individuals who show great independence. The childminder builds their confidence and self-esteem, giving meaningful praise for good behaviour and individual effort. Children develop good social skills. The childminder teaches children to be kind to their friends and guides them well to take turns and share resources. She regularly takes children on outings where they interact with other adults and children. The childminder supports children's health and well-being very effectively. She has a positive attitude to children playing and learning outdoors. Children talk excitedly about riding on the childminder's bicycle to visit parks or natural spaces. They learn about eating well and how exercise and following good hygiene practices contribute to growing strong and keeping healthy.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children develop the key skills needed for the next stage of their learning, such as moving on to school. They are motivated and curious learners who are confident to explore new experiences. Children take part in many creative activities. They make decisions and confidently express their ideas. Children have plenty of opportunities to develop their small-muscle skills in preparation for early writing. For example, they make meaningful marks with chalks and crayons, and build imaginative brick constructions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY498890 Local authority Norfolk Inspection number 1047891 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register Age range of children 1 - 3 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 4

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2016. She operates all year round, from 8am to 6.30pm on Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3. She provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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